I am a doctoral student wishing to pursue research in stochastic time
integrations. In particular, I am interested in solving nonlinear
parabolic (possibly vector) equations where the uncertainty sources are
mainly in the system parameters (for example, uncertain material
properties, uncertain geometry information etc.). I am interested in
physical systems that, in a deterministic world, could be efficiently
solved using methods like finite elements/differences/volume; just
for example, a few such situations would be nonlinear structural dynamics,
semi-conductor process and device modeling, oil reservoir simulations
etc.

My main goal is to look for an efficient computational (possibly
adaptive) procedure for which I can also estimate some accuracy/
convergence rates (possibly only numerically). I would be looking
at systems that at every time step cause a large (~of the order of
100K to 1000K) simultaneous system of equations (typ. non-symmetric) to
be solved (possibly using an iterative solver like GMRES).

I have done some literature search already and the effort is continuing.
If anyone out there has anything to offer that could help my search,
I would be most grateful to receive an e-mail back.

I am also interested in a related more general integral, but we can
take that discussion off-line. The answer will help in constructing
succinct parameterizations of Markov models. Our local expert on
hypergeometric functions was not successful, neither was Maple(V.2)
nor Mathematica(2.2).

Graphics and matrix-vector manipulation have been folded into
the discussion in a way that gets students to appreciate
the connection between continuous mathematics and computing.
Each of the nine chapters comes equipped with a theorem and a
collection of m-files designed to bolster intuition. Collectively,
the m-files communicate the key mathematical ideas and an
appreciation for the subtleties of numerical computing.

This intensive short course is aimed at those involved in computational
modelling who wish to exploit the power of parallel processing in their
analysis. Although this is an advanced course it assumes no prior knowledge
of parallel programming; the course is self contained. The course, given by
leading authorities in computational modelling on large parallel machines
will cover a range of practical applications involving aerospace (including
CFD, elasticity) and materials/metals processing (including multiphysics
modelling). Some of the experience gained in the Europort projects will also
be discussed.

Full details and registration information are available on the Web at
http://www.cacr.caltech.edu/~roy/parallel_course.html

or by request to:

Mrs F Barkshire
University of Greenwich
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences
Wellington Street
London SE18 6PF.

The 1996 Pacific Northwest Numerical Analysis Seminar (PNWNAS) is hosted by
Simon Fraser University, and will be held in Vancouver, British Columbia, on

Saturday, September 21, 1996.

Talks are by
Loyce Adams, University of Washington, Seattle
Uri Ascher, University of British Columbia, Vancouver
John Betts, Bill Huffman, and John Lewis, Boeing, Seattle
Jonathan Borwein, Simon Fraser University
James Demmel, UC Berkeley
John Dennis, Rice University
Chen Greif, UBC (student paper)
Omar Odeh, University of Victoria (student paper)

For registration, information on the meeting and the conference program please
contact <trummer@sfu.ca> or visit the conference web site

FOURTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON COMPUTER METHODS IN WATER RESOURCES, BYBLOS, LEBANON, June 16-18 1997

The Fourth International Conference on Computer Methods and
Water Resources (CMWR'97) will be held in Byblos, Lebanon on
June 16-18 1997.
The topics of the conference cover all aspects related to the
application of computers to the analysis, design and management
of water resources. Physical and mathematical modelling, numerical and
experimental techniques, engineering applications, and software
developments are all included.

A one page abstract is due at the Conference Secretariat no
later than November 30. The conference is organized by
The Ministry of Hydraulic and Electric Resources of Lebanon
in collaboration with the Lebanese American University (Byblos, Lebanon),
The Wessex Institute of Technology, The University of Delaware, and The
Johns Hopkins University. The Conference secretariat is at WIT:
Wessex Institute of technology, Ashurst Lodge, Ashurst, Southampton,
SO407AA, UK.

Additional information can be obtained from cmi@ib.rl.ac.uk or
yasleman@beirut.lau.edu.lb

The homepage for the conference, allowing for the electronic submission of
abstracts, is at http://venus.ce.jhu.edu/cmwr/

The Cornell Theory Center (CTC), a nationally funded high performance
computing center, is offering a 1.5 day workshop dealing with experiences in
system administration of the IBM SP. The workshop will consist mainly of a
series of panel sessions on different topics, given by representatives of
CTC and several other SP sites. Each panel session will feature short
presentations by panel members followed by time for discussion and questions
from the audience. IBM will give a presentation on and demonstration of
graphical tools being developed for system management. Ample time will be
provided for informal discussions.

To register for this workshop, and for additional information, go to:
http://www.tc.cornell.edu/Edu/Upcoming/sysadm.html

The Forum has been established to consider expanding the Basic Linear
Algebra Subprograms (BLAS) in a number of directions in the light of
modern software, language, and hardware developments. The first meeting
of the Forum was held in Nashville on February 19-20, 1996 and the next
meeting was in Atlanta on May 20-21, 1996.

Working groups have been established to consider the overall
functionality, a lightweight interface, and an object based interface,
for the BLAS. Other subgroups have also been established, either to
advise the current working groups or as placeholders for future working
groups on parallel processing issues, sparse operations, data structures,
extensions to the existing BLAS and language binding issues.

We strongly urge and encourage attendance at the meeting
so that we can make tangible progress towards much needed standards.
Wide input is needed to help ensure that emerging proposals are useful
and acceptable to the community.

It is appreciated that it is not easy for everyone to attend the
meetings of the Forum, but we would nevertheless welcome your input
since we wish the discussion to be as open as possible, and the results
to reflect consensus from the community at large.

Organization/Submissions:
The conference will include both contributed talks and
invited sessions. Papers based on the contributions to
the conference will be reviewed and published in a new
IMACS publication series entitled "Lecture Notes in
Computational and Applied Mathematics".

Conference Registration:
Conference registration is available on line. Please visit
http://math.uwyo.edu/IMACS/imacs.html or send e-mail to
imacs97@schwarz.uwyo.edu for MORE information.

FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT AND CALL FOR PAPERS
TENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE
ON DOMAIN DECOMPOSITION METHODS
August 10 - 14, 1997
University of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado, USA

Domain decomposition (DD) is a very active research area of
computational mathematics and engineering, not only because
it is a scientific strategy suitable for high performance
computing, but also because it covers a broad class of
effective numerical methods for solving large-scale
mathematical-physical problems. This tenth meeting will occur
at a time of increasing interest in high performance
computational methods spurred by the availability of powerful
new parallel and distributed computing systems. Therefore,
its special focus will be on

High Performance Computing and Advanced Numerical Methods
for Industrial Applications.

The conference will include invited plenary talks by leading
experts in the field from academia, research institutions,
as well as industry, and parallel contributed and special
sessions. Contributions are sought on all aspects of DD-based
iterative as well as direct methods, including

The National Science Foundation awards approximately 30-40 fellowships
for postdoctoral research in the mathematical sciences. The
fellowship permits recipients to choose research environments that
have maximal impact on their future scientific development. The
deadline date for a completed application is October 17, 1996.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, or lawfully admitted
permanent resident aliens and must complete all requirements for the
doctoral degree between January 1, 1992 and September 30, 1997.

Additional information including eligibility requirements and
application submission, forms, and evaluation is found in NSF 94-119.
Questions about the Fellowship Program can be addressed to
msprf@nsf.gov.

The Mathematics and Engineering Analysis unit of Boeing Information
and Support Services in Bellevue, Washington has a job opening for
an entry-level mathematical software developer. The position
involves porting mathematical software libraries in a variety
of computing languages to a variety of machines and operating
systems, source code maintenance, telephone consultation to
users, conversion of mathematical software from one language
to another, development of new mathematical software, and
working with experts in various areas of numerical mathematics
on algorithm development and the solution of real world problems.

We are looking for a person with a Masters Degree level of
education or equivalent experience in the area of numerical
analysis and numerical software development. We require a
solid background in numerical analysis and a good understanding
of at least one of Fortran, C, and C++. Familiarity with
multiple computing environments is desired. The job requires
the ability to work effectively alone or as part of team, to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and the
desire to grow technically in relevant areas of mathematics
and computing. Willingness to work on applications is
important.

U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residency is required.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tenure Track Positions at University of Florida
Applications are invited for two tenure track positions
at the assistant professor level in the following areas:
applied mathematics, combinatorics, and dynamical systems.
Appointments commence in August 1997. Applicants must show
strong research promise and are expected to excel in teaching
undergraduate mathematics courses. Applicants
should forward a curriculum vitae and a list of publications to:
Chair of Search Committee
Department of Mathematics
358 Little Hall
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611--8105
Applicants should supply evidence of commitment to teaching and
should ask referees to send three letters of recommendation directly
to the address above. Completed applications and supporting letters
are due December 16, 1996

The Department especially welcomes applications from women
and minority candidates. The University of Florida is an EEO/AA
institution. Anyone requiring special assistance in completing the
application should contact the search committee chair person.

The CFD Laboratory of Concordia University carries out the development
of state-of-the-art finite element computational codes for a wide variety
of scientific applications, with a mandate of technology transfer to
Industrial Members of two Research Consortia. In addition, the CFD Lab
carries out a variety of contractual research activities with small and
multinational companies. The CFD Lab provides a challenging and dynamic
Research and Development environment. At the present time personnel
involve 1 Professor, from 6 to 8 Research Associates and from 5 to 6
graduate students.

STAFF POSITION - SOFTWARE ENGINEER

The CFD Lab is seeking a talented Software Engineer
whose mandate will include R&D tasks; more specifically but not exclusively:

+ Responsibility for specific research aspects in mesh generation and
mesh optimization activities of the CFD Lab,
+ Responsibility for coordinating, integrating, optimizing and putting
in production all software developed at the CFD Lab by Graduate Students
and Research Associates, in particular developments in the
CFD Lab's FENSAP code,
+ Responsibility for the acquisition, maintenance, update and staff
training of all PC and Workstation commercial software acquired
by the Laboratory,
+ Two-way coordination of all software exchange with industries
interacting with the CFD Lab,
+ The creation and maintenance of professional software manuals,
+ Other tasks that may be assigned by the Director of the Laboratory.

The successful candidate should have some or all of the following assets:

+ A Masters or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science or Engineering,
+ Strong programming and software organizational skills in FORTRAN and C/C++,
+ Experience in software development and maintenance tools,
+ Knowledge of CAD systems,
+ Knowledge of the UNIX operating system,
+ Knowledge in parallelization on shared-memory and distributed-memory machines,
+ Flexibility in accepting new assignments in a rapidly evolving and fluid
research atmosphere,
+ Interaction skills and willingness to collaborate with other members of
the CFD Lab and with industrial members, sometimes on their premises.

RESEARCH POSITION - POST-DOCTORAL OR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POSITION

The CFD Lab is seeking a talented Post-Doctoral
Fellow or Research Associate whose responsibilities will specifically
but not exclusively include:

+ Development tasks (full responsibility for mesh generation,
flow calculation, experimental validation, result visualization and
coordination with client) within the CFD Lab's contractual activities
for wind effects on aircraft landing behind the superstructures of navy ships.

+ Other tasks assigned by the Director of the Laboratory.

The successful candidate should have some or all of the following assets:

+ A Ph.D. degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics,
+ Strong knowledge of three-dimensional inviscid and turbulent viscous
CFD methodologies and specifically finite element inviscid and viscous
flow calculation methods,
+ Strong FORTRAN programming and software organizational skills,
+ Willingness and ability to respect milestones and deliverables,
+ Flexibility in accepting new assignments in a rapidly evolving and
fluid research atmosphere,
+ Interaction skills and willingness to collaborate with other members
of the CFD Lab and with industrial members, sometimes on their premises.

The positions are based on research funds. It is for one year, but renewable.
Salaries at University's Research Associate levels but have an interesting
performance bonus component.

The Department of Mathematics invites applications for tenure-track
Assistant Professorships in applied mathematics. We seek candidates with
proven teaching ability and strong research in numerical analysis and the
mathematics of porous-media flows. Applications received by January 15 will
receive first consideration. For more information about the Department,
please visit our Web site, http://math.uwyo.edu/. The University of Wyoming
is an equal opportunity employer, and the Department welcomes applications
from women and underrepresented minorities. Please send vitae, a statement
of teaching qualifications, and three letters of reference to
Myron B. Allen, Head, Department of Mathematics, University of Wyoming,
Laramie, WY 82071, USA
Benito Chen

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position at ICMSC/USP/SAO CARLOS
for the project "Numerical Simulation of 3D Free Surface Flows". Applicants
should have some research interest in one or more of the areas: computational
fluid dynamics, parallel programming using message passing, iterative solution
of linear systems, computer graphics and a strong knowledge of the C
programming language.Experience with MPI and the Portuguese language will also
be an advantage, but not mandatory.

The post will be funded by the Brazilian National Research Council, and it is
expected to start in march/97. Salary is in the range US$28,000,00 a year
Tax-free. The apointment has a series of benefits attached, like: money for
attending conferences, equipment. Travel expenses to Brazil to take up the
job will NOT be covered.

Appointment will be for a fixed period of one year with the possibility of
extension.

Sao Carlos is a town of about 180,000 inhabitants located at the center of
Sao Paulo state, 220 Km from Sao Paulo city and 800Km from Rio de Janeiro.

For application please send a resume with information on at least, publications,
research interests and academic qualification as a PS, or latex file via e-mail.

The Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland,
invites applications for two faculty positions in its Department of
Mathematics:

1. PROFESSOR OF NUMERICAL ANALYSIS: The candidate should have developed an
important research activity and have a thorough knowledge of numerical
analysis. Deadline for applications: December 10, 1996.

2. PROFESSOR OF ANALYSIS: The candidate should carry out excellent
interdisciplinary research in an area of analysis and its applications, such
as the calculus of variations, the theory of partial differential equations
or nonlinear analysis. Deadline for applications: December 10, 1996.

For the two positions: The teaching duties will include introductory and
advanced courses for students of mathematics and for engineering students
Willingness and talent to teach at all university levels is a requirement
The candidate is expected to develop an important research program in
collaboration with professors of the Department of mathematics as well as
with professors from some of the eleven other Departments of the EPFL.
Applicants should have demonstrated their ability to carry out and to direct
high level multidisciplinary research projects. Start date: as mutually
convenient.

Division of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Applied Mechanics and Engineering Sciences
University of California, San Diego

The Solid Mechanics and Materials Research Group combines advanced
analytical and computational modeling with experimental research in
materials science. A current focus of the computational research is
the extension of the methods in computational fluids to problems
in solid mechanics that are dominated by large deformations, the
generation of new free surfaces (e.g., fracture and void coalescence),
and highly heterogeneous microstructures. Representative applications
are shown at http://www-ames.ucsd.edu/RESEARCH/BENSON/benson.html.

A post doctoral position in computational mechanics is available to
conduct research in the following areas:

3. Fundamental issues in the transport of internal variables in
physically-based material models.

Applicants must have a strong background in computational mechanics
(either fluids or solid), mechanics, and mathematics. Excellent
programming skills (Fortran 77 required, Fortran 90 and C are pluses)
and communication skills are required. In addition, a willingness to work
on projects not directly related to previous thesis work is a necessity.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, and the
start date is negotiable. Applications will be accepted until the position
is filled. Send an up-to-date resume, including a publication list and the
names of three references, to:

David J. Benson
Division of Mechanical Engineering
Dept. of AMES 0411
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA 92093-0411

One Postdoctoral Positions in Computational Electromagnetics
is available immediately. Candidates are expected to work on an ARPA
funded research project on the development of computer aided electrical
design tools for mixed digital/analog circuits packaging. Applicants should be
highly self-motivated and have demonstrated excellence in research.
The positions require strong experiences in some of the following areas:
numerical techniques for solving differential and integral equations,
especially in the area of computational electromagnetics;
electrical analysis of electronic packaging; development of computer
aided software tools. The positions is renewable up to three
years. Annual stipend is about $25k to $30k plus benefit. Applicants
should send by fax or e-mail a detailed curriculum vitae, selected
publications, and a list of three references to: Prof. Wei Cai, Department
of Mathematics, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC 28223.
Position will remain open until filled.